During Black Heritage Month in February, we particularly highlight the legacy of Canadians of African ancestry, past and present. This is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of people of African ancestry to the development and culture of the Church and of Canada. The theme for Black Heritage Month 2022 is February and Forever: Celebrating Black Heritage today and every day.
This month, SJRH will be participating in various lessons in the class, as well as presentations that celebrate Black excellence.
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SJRH is thrilled to share that on February 24th our grades 4-8 students will participate in a virtual workshop, presented by the Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum. The Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum (CMIM) presents an educational, interactive, African-centered BHM presentation featuring 5 African Canadian Female Innovators and Inventors and their contributions to Science and Technology and engages the issue of Diversity in STEM as essential to Canada’s growth.
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On behalf of the York Region Alliance Of African Canadian Communities (YRAACC), students, their parents, and friends are invited to the 5th Annual YRAACC Black Heritage Month event. The theme this year is Black Health, Well-Being, and Resilience through Ubuntu – I am because we are.
Date: Saturday, February 19, 2022
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Online Zoom Event
Registration Link: https://yraaccbhm2022.eventbrite.ca
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Virtual visit with Ekiuwa Aire, award-winning author of Idia of the Benin Kingdom, and Njinga of Ndongo and Matamba presented by the Richmond Hill Public Library. On Wednesday, February, 9 our grade 1-2’s will discover ancient kings, queens, and landmarks in this workshop on African culture and history.
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Our Voice website: This incredible resource is continuously updated and contains a collection of resources and information of invaluable content for students, but especially students of African Heritage in the YCDSB.